Recent updates indicate that the New Jersey Devils hold the eighth-best odds to win the Stanley Cup this coming season according to leading sportsbooks. ESPN BET NHL Futures has set their odds at +1600 for the Devils to claim the championship.
This follows the 2024-25 season where the Devils were knocked out in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, losing 4-1 to the Carolina Hurricanes. During the regular season, the Devils posted a 42-33 record, placing 16th overall in the league and 7th in the Eastern Conference.
2024-25 Playoff Results – Round One Elimination:
– Ottawa Senators: Defeated by Toronto Maple Leafs (4–2)
– Tampa Bay Lightning: Defeated by Florida Panthers (4–1)
– Montreal Canadiens: Defeated by Washington Capitals (4–1)
– New Jersey Devils: Defeated by Carolina Hurricanes (4–1)
– St. Louis Blues: Defeated by Winnipeg Jets (4–3)
– Colorado Avalanche: Defeated by Dallas Stars (4–3)
– Minnesota Wild: Defeated by Vegas Golden Knights (4–2)
– Los Angeles Kings: Defeated by Edmonton Oilers (4–2)
Second Round Eliminations:
– Toronto Maple Leafs: Defeated by Florida Panthers (4–3)
– Washington Capitals: Defeated by Carolina Hurricanes (4–1)
– Winnipeg Jets: Defeated by Dallas Stars (4–2)
– Vegas Golden Knights: Defeated by Edmonton Oilers (4–1)
Conference Finals:
– Carolina Hurricanes: Defeated by Florida Panthers (4–1)
– Dallas Stars: Defeated by Edmonton Oilers (4–1)
Stanley Cup Final:
– Edmonton Oilers: Defeated by Florida Panthers (4–2)
The Florida Panthers emerged as the Stanley Cup champions.
2025–26 Stanley Cup Winner Odds from Major Sportsbooks:
ESPN Bet:
1. Florida Panthers +600
2. Carolina Hurricanes +800
3. Colorado Avalanche +800
4. Edmonton Oilers +850
5. Vegas Golden Knights +850
6. Dallas Stars +1000
7. Tampa Bay Lightning +1400
8. New Jersey Devils +1600
Fan Duel:
1. Florida Panthers +700
2. Carolina Hurricanes +750
3. Vegas Golden Knights +850
4. Edmonton Oilers +850
5. Dallas Stars +900
6. Colorado Avalanche +950
7. Tampa Bay Lightning +1300
8. New Jersey Devils +1900
BetMGM:
1. Florida Panthers +750
2. Edmonton Oilers +800
3. Colorado Avalanche +800
4. Vegas Golden Knights +850
5. Carolina Hurricanes +900
6. Dallas Stars +1000
7. Tampa Bay Lightning +1600
8. New Jersey Devils +1800
Why the Devils Remain a Top Contender:
Despite an early playoff departure last season, the projected 2025-26 Devils roster boasts a mix of elite talent and solid depth. Key players like Jack Hughes, Nico Hischier, Dawson Mercer, and Luke Hughes will be complemented by seasoned veterans Dougie Hamilton and Jacob Markstrom.
Offseason acquisitions such as Conor Brown and Evgenii Dadonov are expected to bolster the bottom six forwards, while further defensive progress and stronger special teams play should enhance the team’s overall effectiveness. If the Devils can stay healthy and maintain strong goaltending alongside a clear defensive strategy, they have the potential to make a deep playoff run. Entering the new season, they hold the eighth-best odds to win the Stanley Cup.
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Fan Take:
The Devils’ position as a top contender keeps New Jersey fans hopeful and underscores the NHL’s competitive balance, making every season unpredictable and exciting. Their blend of young talent and experienced players could bring fresh energy to the league and shift playoff dynamics in the season ahead.
